A2noun 1K

Season

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈsiːzn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈsiːzn/"]/

Meaning of Season

any of the four main periods of the year: spring, summer, autumn and winter

In simple words: A time of year with specific weather patterns.

Season in a sentence

• I love watching the leaves change color in the autumn season.
• Each season has its own unique beauty and activities.
• In winter, the season brings snow and cold weather.
• The sports season starts in April and ends in August.
• It's time to season the chicken with salt and pepper before cooking.
• To season your food properly is important for great taste.

How to use Season

Used in both formal and informal contexts. It's appropriate when discussing weather, plants, or sports. Avoid using it when referring to ongoing events not tied to the time of year.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'see'son — you see the change in weather.

Related words

Collocations with Season

• dry
• hurricane
• monsoon
• be in
• come into
• be out of
• dry
• hurricane
• monsoon
• be in
• come into
• be out of
• baseball
• cricket
• football
• begin
• open
• start
• begin
• kick off
• start
• ticket
• opener

Synonyms for Season

• series (1)
• on heat

Opposites of Season

• off-season
• non-seasonal

Common mistakes with Season

• Confused with 'session' when referring to a period of time.
• Using 'season' when talking about a single occasion rather than a recurring time.
• Incorrectly pluralizing it when talking about specific weather patterns (e.g. 'seasons' instead of 'the season').

Frequently asked questions about Season

What does Season mean?

A time of year with specific weather patterns.

What is the definition of Season?

any of the four main periods of the year: spring, summer, autumn and winter

How do you use Season in a sentence?

I love watching the leaves change color in the autumn season.

Can you give another example of Season?

Each season has its own unique beauty and activities.

What are synonyms for Season?

Common alternatives include series (1), on heat.

What is the opposite of Season?

Opposite meanings include off-season, non-seasonal.

What words go with Season?

It commonly pairs with dry, hurricane, monsoon, be in, come into, be out of, dry, hurricane, monsoon, be in, come into, be out of, baseball, cricket, football, begin, open, start, begin, kick off, start, ticket, opener.

What are common mistakes when using Season?

Confused with 'session' when referring to a period of time. Using 'season' when talking about a single occasion rather than a recurring time. Incorrectly pluralizing it when talking about specific weather patterns (e.g. 'seasons' instead of 'the season').

How do you pronounce Season?

US: /["/ˈsiːzn/"]/, UK: /["/ˈsiːzn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Season?

Used in both formal and informal contexts. It's appropriate when discussing weather, plants, or sports. Avoid using it when referring to ongoing events not tied to the time of year.

What CEFR level is Season?

"Season" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.